Workforce Takes Center Stage in Business Development and Expansion
27 Jul 2023
News
Across the country and within all industries, workforce development is a top issue for business development, expansion, and attraction.
Because of its importance, states, regions, and other localities are taking a workforce and talent-based approach to business expansion and attraction. Additionally, business and industry alliances and collaboratives are often taking the lead on industry-specific talent and workforce development and attraction initiatives.
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